Okay, so I'm not intent on luring you to a house made of food, but I thought I better leave a few crumbs otherwise none of you will ever be able to find me, given how far off the path I've strayed lately. I apologize for the continued absence. I will try to get back to being a dutiful and entertaining blogger soon - promise.

So, here are my crumbs:

1. I have blue jays and cardinals and other little birds I never expected to see in the city hanging out on my back deck. I even have a resident squirrel. This is cool.

2. I met a new man and for the last few weeks I've been floating a few inches above the Earth and acting like a giddy teenager. It's wonderful to have someone courting me, to feel desired and appreciated, to experience that frisson of anticipation for a romantic weekend away. These things come when we make room for them.

3. A dear friend has been painting crows lately and has agreed to do a commissioned piece for me. I'm so excited! I can't wait to see the creative amalgamation of my experiences and his vision manifest in paint. Stay tuned.

4. Samhain is coming soon. I can't wait. I realize I'm late to the party but in the next few days I am going to make up for my recent lack of connection. I am witching it out this year - I don't care what anyone thinks. I found some over-the-top hats at a shop on Beacon Hill of all places and I'm going to get one to wear to ritual. This week I'm filling my place with pumpkins and cauldrons and spiders - oh my. The way that some people prepare for Christmas, I'm in the mood to prepare for Samhain this year. Forgive me for being over the top and obvious - I'm finding my way back.

As it is with fields, sometimes lying fallow is a necessary part of fertility. So, I guess that's what I've been doing, lying fallow to allow myself a needed rest and re-energizing so that I can return better and more creative than before. Thank you for hanging in there with me.

Blessed be!

Posted by Angela-Eloise at 6:28 PM